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Spread Good Cheer AS THE SAYING GOES, TIME FLIES WHEN YOU’RE HAVING FUN. And time sure has flown by this year as I can’t believe we’ve put together the final issue of Cross Timbers Lifestyle for 2018! It seems like just yesterday I was sitting down to write the January letter to all of you—talking about resolutions and renewal—and yet, here we are, almost time to do it again. There’s a unique perspective that working in publishing brings. While we certainly don’t want to wish our lives away, we’re always looking toward the future. Whether it’s planning our next issue or developing story ideas for the next year, we’re often already fast forwarded to future months before the current month has even begun. For that reason, I encourage myself and each of you to tap on the brakes so we can slow down and enjoy the magic of the season. You can start by propping up your feet with a warm cup of cocoa and diving into our December issue. We’ve uncovered some terrific local gift ideas for the special folks in your life and can even help you plot out your next winter vacation getaway. Time to plan that special dinner for two, in charge of girls' gift exchange or need to impress the relatives with dinner out? We have so many fantastic local places to choose from, you can’t go wrong. But if you really need to up the ante, take a peek at what the fabulous J2 Steakhouse in Old Town Lewisville is offering up this season. It won’t disappoint. We’ve also included some ideas for an easy, elegant New Year’s Eve at home. I hope you will enjoy making new memories and celebrating long-held traditions this season. Make this season what you want it to be, but most of all give thanks
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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2018
FEATURES 16 Winter Wonderland Flower Mound Family's Colorado Chalet Is a Magical, Snowy Escape
20 All I Want for Christmas Local Shops Offer Perfect Gifts for Loved Ones
26 Holiday Hot Spot J2 Steakhouse Offers Fine Dining in Historic Setting
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34 Cheers From Our Family to Yours
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DEPARTMENTS 4
Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Around Town
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Open House
26 Hot Spot 28 Trend Setter 33 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts
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GOOD TIMES
Second Annual Park Place Luxury & Supercar Showcase On Oct. 13 at the Four Seasons Las Colinas, nearly 3,000 people gathered to benefit the Momentous Institute. Park Place’s Ken Schnitzer presented the keys to a $55,000 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van to Momentous to aid their work with more than 6,000 kids and their families annually. Guests viewed $100 million worth of rare vehicles from manufacturers, collectors and car clubs, plus a fashion show. PHOTOGRAPHERS: MICHAEL AINSWORTH, DAVID ALVEY, PATTY BLOME, RHI LEE, RACHEL MATTHEWS, NATHAN SCHMIDT
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Flower Mound Chamber Commerce's 21st Anniversary Fiesta! On Oct. 27, at the Embassy Suites Grapevine, 600-plus attendees, including elected officials, business leaders and friends gathered to celebrate doing business FloMo-style. Guests enjoyed a live and silent auction, casino games and music from the Tanner Fenoglio Band. The Flower Mound Chamber supports the business community for the economic prosperity of Flower Mound and surrounding cities. PHOTOGRAPHY: MIXED MEDIA CREATIONS
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WOMEN OF FLOWER MOUND CANDLELIGHT TOUR OF HOMES DEC. 13 The Women of Flower Mound Candlelight Tour of Homes will be 5:30-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, beginning at the Bridlewood Golf Club, 4000 W. Windsor Drive in Flower Mound. The candlelight tour raises funds for annual scholarship awards. The event will include a silent auction, prizes, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and music by the award-winning Flower Mound High School performing arts program. For tickets or more information, visit WomenOfFlowerMound.org.
NEW CENTER FOR PELVIC HEALTH AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound
Space Center, Michael Hess, about his prior expe-
is set to open its new Center for Pelvic Health and
rience with advancing and protecting the health
Reconstructive Surgery, directed by Dr. Marie-
and well-being of astronauts and the JSC work-
Blanche Tchetgen, by the end of the year. The
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state-of-the-art center is an interdisciplinary diagnostic and treatment center focusing on urological, gynecologic and colorectal conditions that affect pelvic function. For more information or to request an appointment, visit TexasHealthFlowerMound.com/ programs-services/pelvic-health-center.
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN'S CLASS OF 2019 SENIORS HEAD TO PINE COVE Liberty Christian School's senior class headed to Pine Cove Oct. 5-7 for a unifying and energetic retreat. The weekend was a chance to deepen the
MASTER GARDENER ASSOCIATION HOLDS GARDEN FEST
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addressed student questions and real-life challenges
Fairgrounds. The event included several unique ven-
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dors, kid-friendly activities and educational booths.
as an adult. Powerful worship services and a focus on
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bonds of friendship and faith while enjoying the out-
CLUB 940 GIVES BACK TO COMMUNITY Club 940 volleyball players are ending the year on a positive note by performing several outreach
McKamy Middle School sixth-graders spoke to
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LIBERTY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOLERS CELEBRATE BEAR HIBERNATION DAY Liberty Christian preschool students recently prepared for “Bear Hibernation Day" with their teddy bears. Students studied bears by playing games and executing learning concepts. They graphed bears by color, categorized bears by size and colored a drawing of a bear to resemble their own. They also sang songs to their bears, measured and made snacks for their bears and read stories about animal hibernation.
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WINTER WONDERLAND FLOWER MOUND FAMILY'S COLORADO CHALET IS A MAGICAL, SNOWY ESCAPE
ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK PHOTOGRAPHY MARLENE ROGERS
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FOR THE ROGERS FAMILY OF FLOWER MOUND, THE BEST MEMORIES ARE MADE ON THE SLOPES. Marlene, Kyle and their two sons, Dylan, 24, and Davis, 21, have been enjoying winter sports together for years. “It’s one of the few sports we can do together as a family,” says Marlene, adding that her sons learned to snowboard when they were just in elementary school. The family’s longtime love of skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling ultimately inspired them to purchase a vacation home in Colorado. “We looked at many places in Colorado but ultimately narrowed our focus to Breckenridge because it had everything you would expect from a world-class resort while retaining the charm of a historic, real mountain town,” Marlene says. “Breckenridge is high in the Rocky Mountains and has a very large ski resort with five different peaks and 2,900 acres of skiable terrain. There are a lot of restaurants, bars and places to shop too.” Marlene says her family enjoys visiting Breckenridge all throughout the year. “It is beautiful in all the seasons,” she says, adding that there are festivals and festivities throughout the year. “There is a lot to do, and we still have not done it all!” The Rogers’ home is south of town and boasts views of nearby Red and Baldy Mountains. “We love the location!” Marlene says. “It has incredible views of nearby mountains and massive spruce trees blanketed with snow. We have a lot of wildlife, including moose, foxes, an assortment of birds and the occasional black bear.” The modern, open-concept home has three stories and sleeps as many as nine people. Upstairs boasts a large, open loft with two full-size beds. The main floor houses the kitchen, living and dining areas, as well as the master bedroom and spa-like master bathroom. A comfortable lounging area, bunk room, bathroom and laundry facilities comprise the lower level. “The most unique aspect of the chalet is that each of the three levels provides the opportunity to gather as a group, but also provides privacy and solitude when one prefers that,” Marlene says. And, she says, the views are beyond compare. “The chalet is located in a snowy wonderland that is absolutely magical,” Marlene says. “I can think of nothing that is more peaceful than sitting by the fire stove day or night and watching the snowfall.” For more information about the Rogers’ chic mountain chalet or to make reservations, visit Facebook.com/BreckNridge or VRBO.com/460871.
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MAIN-LEVEL LIVING The main-level living area has stylish dark slate floors, log walls and neutral, modern furnishings that let the views take center stage. “It is the hub for all,” Marlene says. It also provides access to the deck, where guests can enjoy the views.
KITCHEN The modern, open kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, butcher’s block countertops and open shelves for dishes and glassware.
MASTER BEDROOM The main-floor master bedroom blends rustic and contemporary styles with its log walls, dark beams and chic, modern bed linens.
DOWNSTAIRS LOUNGE AND BUNK ROOM “Downstairs there is a large L-shaped sectional sofa that is the perfect lounging area for watching sports or enjoying a movie night,” Marlene says. A stove-pipe heater keeps the room warm and cozy. Off the lounge area is a bunk room perfect for children. 18
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ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS LOCAL SHOPS OFFER PERFECT GIFTS FOR LOVED ONES ARTICLE JANE KRZYSIAK | PHOTOGRAPHY ROBERT RAY PHOTOGRAPHY, KALI HIRST, CONTRIBUTED
‘TIS THE SEASON FOR GIVING THOUGHTFUL GIFTS TO FRIENDS AND LOVED ONES. Looking for something unique? Search no further. This month, Cross Timbers Lifestyle features gift ideas from a few of the many fabulous shops in our community. Find a unique gift for that special someone and, in the process, give back to the community! 20
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GIFTS FOR THE
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1. Thymes Frasier Fir candle, Lucy Voss, The Shops at Highland Village, Facebook.com/Lucy-Voss-148433728681641 2. Enjoy Wood Paddle Board & Ceramic Ramekin Set, Mud Pie, The Shops at Highland Village, Mud-Pie.com 3. Lit Star Church Scene, Décor to Your Door, The Shops at Highland Village, DecorToYourDoor.com 4. The Giving Heart Pillow, Décor to Your Door, The Shops at Highland Village, DecorToYourDoor.com
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1. Handmade books and journals by local artist Karen Hollister, Lucy Voss, The Shops at Highland Village, HollisterBooks.com 2. Give Me All the Dogs T-Shirt, Charlie & Grace Boutique, CharlieAndGraceBoutique.com. A $2 donation is made to Humane Tomorrow of Flower Mound with each shirt sale. 3. Feather Leather Earrings, Charlie & Grace Bou tique, CharlieAndGraceBoutique.com. Ten percent of all Charlie and Grace Boutique profits go to Humane Tomorrow of Flower Mound. 4. Sweet Grace Collection, Jack’s Outfitters, The Shops at Highland Village, JacksOutfitters.com
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GIFTS FOR HIM 1. 2.
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4. 1. Men’s Sorel Dude Moc, Jack’s Outfitters, The Shops at Highland Village, JacksOutfitters.com 2. Men’s Stance socks, Jack’s Outfitters, The Shops at Highland Village, JacksOutfitters.com 3. Corkcicle Tumblers and Canteen, Jack’s Outfitters, The Shops at Highland Village, JacksOutfitters.com 4. Aveda Men Pure-formance Shave Cream and Dual Action Aftershave, Tangerine Salon, The Shops at Highland Village, TangerineSalon.net/highland-village-hair-salon
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GIFTS FOR THE KIDS 2.
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1. Mos B. “My Old Shirt Bear,” Décor to Your Door, The Shops at Highland Village, DecorToYourDoor.com. Bring Décor to Your Door your loved one’s old shirt, and they will make you a Mos B. to cherish for years to come. 2. Unicorn outfit for girls, Mud Pie, The Shops at Highland Village, Mud-Pie.com 3. Santa outfit for boys, Mud Pie, The Shops at Highland Village, Mud-Pie.com 4. doTERRA Kids Oil Collection, MyDoterra.com/stephaniehasbrouck, a unique collection of essential oil blends formulated just for little ones.
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HOT SPOT
Holiday Hot Spot J2 STEAKHOUSE OFFERS FINE DINING IN HISTORIC SETTING ARTICLE STEPHANIE HASBROUCK | PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS FRITCHIE
STEPPING INTO J2 STEAKHOUSE IN DOWNTOWN LEWISVILLE IS LIKE STEPPING BACK TIME. That’s because the upscale steakhouse resides in one of the most historic buildings in the city: the old Lewisville Feed Mill. “It’s a Lewisville icon,” says J2 Steakhouse owner Jim Murray. “I used to buy hay there. It’s kind of a Lewisville landmark that we’ve restored.” Instead of providing feed for livestock, the carefully restored mill now serves elevated cuisine to those with a more discerning palate. 26
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Though the mill has been completely transformed,
“We have a great selection of steaks. We cut them
it retains its historic charm. The building still boasts its
in-house, and the ones that are dry-aged are dry-
beautiful original rafters made of longleaf pine, a now
aged in-house.”
endangered wood. And many of the restaurant’s fix-
In addition, each steak is served with J2’s home-
tures were crafted from original materials from the mill.
made demi-glace and a special seasonal compound
“It’s really pretty unique,” Jim says, adding that
butter. All dishes—including the restaurant’s bacon,
restoring the mill has been a labor of love.
pasta and sauces—are made from scratch.
“Most people would have bulldozed it,” he says.
Both Jim and Johnathon are gearing up for special
“But I have an affection for saving old things and
holiday events at J2 Steakhouse. They are planning
restoring them.”
an elevated, multi-course New Year’s Eve menu.
Just as the mill has evolved and changed, J2’s menu continuously changes week after week offer-
For more information about J2 Steakhouse, the week’s
ing the best ingredients to diners.
menu or special events, visit J2Steakhouse.com .
“It’s a classic steakhouse menu with a lot of fresh, seasonal ingredients,” chef Johnathon Pauley says.
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W I N T E R’ S REVEL YOUR GUIDE TO A SIMPLE AND STYLIZED NEW YEAR’S SOIRÉE ARTICLE NICOLETTE MARTIN
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FOLLOWING CLOSELY ON THE COATTAILS OF AUTUMNAL AND WINTER HOLIDAYS, THE CELEBRATION OF THE NEW YEAR CAN OFTEN BE OVERLOOKED DUE TO AN UNDERSTANDABLE DESIRE TO TAKE A BREAK FROM THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF THE SEASON. But, a holiday that celebrates past memories and the opportunity for both new experiences and a fresh start shouldn’t lack any of
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the glitz of its celebratory predecessors. Round out the final days of the year reminiscing on or saying goodbye to the experiences—good and bad—of the previous 12 months with a simple end-of-the-year gathering that isn’t lacking any of the glamour.
THE DRI NK S
Champagne has long been a traditional drink to toast to the new year. Keep it simple but step up your game with your own DIY Champagne cocktail bar. Consider stocking your bar full of custom Champagne or bubbly choices, festive mixers like cranberry juice or rosemary simple syrup and unique garnishes like fresh fruit and herbs or decorative ice cubes with edible flowers.
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THE DECO R There’s no need to go out and buy a ton of additional decor when you just decked the halls (quite literally) with holiday ornamentation. Make those decorations work as hard as you did by repurposing all the greenery, pine cones and wood place settings you just couldn’t say no to. Throw in some neutral napkins, some natural twine and some dried orange peels for a woodsy (and fragrant) twist.
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THE SNACKS
Keep your guests happy with the perfect cheese plate. Consider how many people you’ll be serving, whether you’ll be serving before or after dinner and what cheeses you’ll want to include. According to WineFolly.com, sparkling wines pair best with creamy, sticky cheeses due to the high acidity and carbonation. WHAT YOU NEED + Cheese board or serving plate + Assortment of cheeses (We recommend Brie, Port Salut, Muenster, Camembert or Gruyere) PUTTING IT TOGETHER Cheese is best served at room temperature, so be sure your cheese has time to rest prior to serving. Slice the cheeses and arrange artfully on your cheese board with labels for each. Consider providing separate serving knives for each cheese to avoid any mixing of flavors. Add any additional bites you’d like and enjoy!
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THE T RA DI T I O N S No matter where you are in the world when the clock strikes
+ DENMARK Destroy your frustrations and
midnight, ring in the new year internationally by taking part in
start the year fresh by smashing unwanted
one of these worldly traditions.
glassware. Danish tradition calls for smashing plates on the doors of friends and loved
+ SPAIN Spend Nochevieja (“old night”) at home watching
ones around midnight, but we think you
the countdown on TV—you can party later! Are you in need of
should probably save that part for when
some luck for the upcoming year? Wearing red underwear for
you’re actually in Denmark.
the night may give you some. + SCOTLAND Although its singing has be-
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+ MEXICO Be sure to have lots of grapes on hand. Demon-
come pretty standard worldwide, “Auld Lang
strated by Spaniards as well, this tradition involves eating 12
Syne” originated in Scotland in 1788 as a poem
grapes with every strike of the clock, symbolizing good luck for
by Robert Burns. Go ahead and make a cheat
every month of the new year.
sheet for all your friends—we won’t judge.
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FLOWER MOUND WOMEN IN BUSINESS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
PARADE OF LIGHTS
event 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at the park, 310 Highland Village Road in Highland Village. There will be family activities including
Historic Downtown Grapevine
Christmas
Courtyard by Marriott
Grapevine's festive Parade of Lights
carriage rides, Santa’s workshop, a
Dallas Flower Mound
will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, in
visit from Santa and his reindeer and
The Third Annual Flower Mound
Historic Downtown Grapevine. The
much more. For more information,
Women
Holiday
parade will feature more than 100
visit HVParks.com.
Spectacular will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
lighted floats and marching bands.
Saturday, Dec. 1, at the Courtyard by
Santa also will make an appearance!
Marriott Dallas Flower Mound, 4330
The free event is coordinated by the
Courtyard Way. The first 40 shop-
Grapevine Chamber of Commerce.
in
Business
pers will receive swag bags. The event will include more than 50 local vendors, a Toys for Tots toy drive, Santa’s Wonderland, pictures with Santa and refreshments.
1-31 ICE! THE GAYLORD TEXAN
7-16 THE SOUND OF MUSIC
carolers,
horse-drawn
8 REINDEER ROMP South Lakes Park
The Reindeer Romp 4.2-mile run and 2.5-mile walk will take place 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8
The Actors Conservatory Theatre
at South Lakes Park, 556 Hobson
Maria, a tomboyish postulant at an
Lane in Denton. Experience the
Austrian abbey, becomes a governess
evening run through Forrestridge
in the home of a widowed naval captain
neighborhood and enjoy the holi-
with seven children and brings a new
day decorations and lights. Register
The Gaylord Texan Resort
love of life and music into the home.
by Wednesday, Dec. 5.
ICE! is an indoor winter wonder-
GetIntoTheAct.org/boxoffice
land featuring 2 million pounds of colorful ice sculptures hand-carved by 40 artisans from Harbin, China. For 2018, ICE! includes five twostory ice slides and a depiction of the classic story Rudolph the Red-Nosed
Reindeer,
8-9 THE NUTCRACKER - FESTIVAL BALLET OF NORTH TEXAS
8 SNOW! Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater
ImPULSE
dance
project
pres-
Margo Jones Performance Hall,
ents the fifth annual production of
as a majestic nativity scene in
Texas Women's University
Snow! 7:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec.
stunning, crystal-clear ice. Open
Performances will be Dec. 8 at 2:30
8, at Medical City Lewisville Grand
the entire month of December!
p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 9 at 2:30
Theater, 100 N. Charles St.
Tickets.GaylordTexan.com/event-
p.m. The Festival Ballet has dancers
performances.asp?evt=12
who represent 30 communities in the
north central region of Texas, as well
as
well
as dancers from Oklahoma, Colorado,
1 NASH FARM VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS TOURS Nash Farm
Nash Farm Victorian Christmas Tours
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Ohio, New York and Europe. Tickets
NEW YEAR’S EVE SENIOR DINNER
available online at FestivalBallet.net
Robert and Lee Duvall Center
or at the Dance Boutique 940.891.0830.
The City of Highland Village will host a special New Year’s Eve Senior
8
will take place every 15 minutes from
CHRISTMAS AT THE RANCH
the Farm Store 3-6 p.m. Saturday,
Doubletree Ranch Park
Dec. 1. Nash Farm is located at 626
Doubletree Ranch Park will hold its
Ball St. in Grapevine.
inaugural Christmas at the Ranch
Dinner and Party 7-11 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31, at the Robert and Lee Duvall Center, 948 Highland Village Road.
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PARTING THOUGHTS
Cheers ARTICLE JANE KRZYSIAK | PHOTOGRAPHY HANNAH RATCLIFF
FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS
AT THIS TIME OF YEAR, WE WELCOME FAMILY
I thank you for welcoming Cross Timbers Lifestyle into
AND FRIENDS INTO OUR HOMES TO CELEBRATE
your homes so graciously, and we are ever apprecia-
THE BIRTH OF CHRIST, HANUKKAH, TO RING IN
tive of the team behind the scenes, who create and
THE NEW YEAR OR SIMPLY TO CELEBRATE LIFE
inspire us all. Enjoy this magical season. Make merry
WITH THOSE WE HOLD MOST DEAR. My family and
and be joyful!
—The Krzysiak Crew JANE’S HOT MULLED WINE Yield: 5 1/2 cups
in a Dutch oven. Tie spices, including 2 cinna-
+ 3/4 cup sugar
spice bag to the juice mixture and bring to a
+ 1 lemon, sliced
boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
+ 1 orange, sliced
Add wine and brandy to juice mixture and
+ 12 whole allspices
heat for 10 minutes. Remove and discard spice
+ 12 whole cloves
bag. Serve juice mixture hot with desired gar-
+ 2 (3-inch) sticks cinnamon
nish. This recipe can easily be doubled and
+ 3 cups Burgundy or dry red wine
tweaked to your taste preference. It smells
+ 1/2 - 1 cup brandy, to taste
fabulous warming up on the stove!
+ Additional cinnamon sticks for garnish Cross Timbers Lifestyle | December 2018
Combine apple juice, sugar and fruit slices
INGREDIENTS + 2 cups apple juice or cider
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DIRECTIONS
mon sticks, together in cheesecloth bag. Add
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